Programme Aim:

If you love music, this is the course for you! Packed with interesting modules which explore the wonderful world of music, this programme is designed to nurture instrumentalists and singers of every level – from the complete novice to the more experienced musician. Students are given the opportunity to avail of the college recording studio and even publish their own compositions. The course enables students to follow the practical side of performance, while also providing a strong foundation in Music Theory. This course is an excellent preparation for the Audition requirements at 3rd Level, and is an ideal preparation for the study of music at college.

Progression/Career Opportunities:

This course can help lead to employment in Radio (such as Radio Presenting, Researcher and Technical Editor), it has an excellent track record of graduate progression to Music Courses at 3rd Level, including NUI Maynooth, Dundalk IT, Waterford IT, Dublin IT.

Graduates of this course have found employment is such settings as Arts Centres, (Radio) Radio Production and Presentation, Performance, Private Music Tuition.

Entry Requirements:

Any of the following would satisfy entry requirements:

Leaving Certificate/LCVP or Leaving Cert Applied

QQI/FETAC Level 4 qualification

Mature students (age 23+) with relevant experience or ability are also welcome to apply

Interview – suitability of all applicants will be determined at interview

An ear-test is performed at interview, at which candidates will also be asked to sing or play an instrument.